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The Sun King Louis XIV, Of France, With His Brilliant Court, 1664, (c1930)
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The Sun King Louis XIV, Of France, With His Brilliant Court, 1664, (c1930)
The " Sun" King Louis XIV, Of France, With His Brilliant Court, 1664, (c1930). Louis XIVs audience with the Papal ambassador Sigismondo Chigi, 29 July 1664, at the palace of Fontainebleau. From a painting for one of the famous Gobelin tapestries by Charles Lebrun, Court Painter to Louis XIV. From " The Worlds Story, a Simple History for Boys and Girls", by Elizabeth O Neill. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, London & Edinburgh, c1930]
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Ambassador Audience Brun Charles Le Charles Le Brun Charles Lebrun Discussing Discussion Elizabeth Elizabeth Oneill Elizabeth Speakman Fontainebleau Gobelins Tapestry His Majesty Ile De France Jack King Louis Xiv Of France King Of France Le Brun Le Roi Soleil Louis Dieudonne Louis Xiv Louis Xiv Of France Meeting Oneill Papal Seine Et Marne Speakman Tapestries Tapestry Tc And Ec Tc And Ec Jack The Sun King Chigi Sigismondo
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The Sun King Louis XIV of France, with His Brilliant Court, 1664
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captures a momentous meeting between the powerful monarch and the Papal ambassador Sigismondo Chigi. This photo print, taken in the 1930s, showcases an exquisite painting by Charles Lebrun, who served as the court painter to Louis XIV. In this scene set at the palace of Fontainebleau, we witness a discussion between two influential figures against a backdrop of opulence and grandeur. The vibrant colors and intricate details of the Gobelin tapestry add depth to this historical tableau. Louis XIV's audience with Sigismondo Chigi exemplifies his prowess as both a ruler and diplomat. As one of Europe's most prominent leaders during the seventeenth century, he commanded respect from his subjects and foreign dignitaries alike. This image is a testament to his reign as "Le Roi Soleil" or "The Sun King". The meeting between these two men symbolizes not only political diplomacy but also religious significance. Religion played an integral role in Louis XIV's monarchy, making this encounter particularly noteworthy. This remarkable photograph offers viewers a glimpse into French history while showcasing artistic mastery through Lebrun's brushstrokes. It serves as a reminder of Louis XIV's enduring legacy as one of France's most influential monarchs.
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